55This a beautiful spot to bring your pups for a private dog park experience. This type of reservable space is great for owners who need or want a secure place to bring their dogs for exercise without the concern of other people or dogs being there at the same time. This allows for non-social dogs to enjoy the outdoors with their owners without other dogs around! You could book with a friend for a one-on-one doggie playdate on neutral ground! It couldn't be any nicer! I will be back & I will tell everyone I know to check it out! Thank You!Elissa L.
Elissa L.
June 2022
This a beautiful spot to bring your pups for a private dog park experience. This type of reservable space is great for owners who need or want a secure place to bring their dogs for exercise without the concern of other people or dogs being there at the same time. This allows for non-social dogs to enjoy the outdoors with their owners without other dogs around! You could book with a friend for a one-on-one doggie playdate on neutral ground! It couldn't be any nicer! I will be back & I will tell everyone I know to check it out! Thank You!
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55Our friend was visiting us from the city with her dog that can be aggressive with other dogs. This beautiful park gave him a safe place to run and explore off leash. The pinic tables provided a nice place for us to visit while Briggs played. The grounds were impeccably clean and maintained. Bags and scoops were easily accessible for quick clean ups. There were alot of extras like insect repellent, water, toys, hand sanitizer, etc... i would highly recommend a visit to this place with your favorite furry friend.Denise J.
Denise J.
June 2022
Our friend was visiting us from the city with her dog that can be aggressive with other dogs. This beautiful park gave him a safe place to run and explore off leash. The pinic tables provided a nice place for us to visit while Briggs played. The grounds were impeccably clean and maintained. Bags and scoops were easily accessible for quick clean ups. There were alot of extras like insect repellent, water, toys, hand sanitizer, etc... i would highly recommend a visit to this place with your favorite furry friend.
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55Beautiful large fenced area with trees for shade. Nice picnic area if you want to bring a lunch. There are clean bowls and water provided. I would definitely go back!Laurie J.
Laurie J.
June 2022
Beautiful large fenced area with trees for shade. Nice picnic area if you want to bring a lunch. There are clean bowls and water provided. I would definitely go back!
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55The area was super well maintained and had a lot of nice areas to sit in the sun or the shade. Water, bowls, toys, a kiddie pool, and even whipped cream for pup cups were all available. We drove an hour to visit this spot and it was well worth it! Our 3 dogs slept the whole car ride home! We will definitely be back!
There were a couple of people/dogs from the neighborhood walking on the road near the fence enclosure, but the host discloses that before booking and it didn't cause any disruption to our experience!Shelby G.
Shelby G.
July 2022
The area was super well maintained and had a lot of nice areas to sit in the sun or the shade. Water, bowls, toys, a kiddie pool, and even whipped cream for pup cups were all available. We drove an hour to visit this spot and it was well worth it! Our 3 dogs slept the whole car ride home! We will definitely be back!
There were a couple of people/dogs from the neighborhood walking on the road near the fence enclosure, but the host discloses that before booking and it didn't cause any disruption to our experience!
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55Very easy to get too as less than a mile from 371. So perfect for our 4 dogs. Lots of trees, higher fence, very well maintained and lots of toys for the pups. Also has hose for water, sprinkler, small pool, and bags and disposal for the poop. Plus they have picnic tables so we picked up food in Little Falls and ate while our pups ran around and got tired out for the rest of our trip. Will definitely stop here every time we go up North!! John W.
John W.
August 2022
Very easy to get too as less than a mile from 371. So perfect for our 4 dogs. Lots of trees, higher fence, very well maintained and lots of toys for the pups. Also has hose for water, sprinkler, small pool, and bags and disposal for the poop. Plus they have picnic tables so we picked up food in Little Falls and ate while our pups ran around and got tired out for the rest of our trip. Will definitely stop here every time we go up North!!
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55I absolutely love this Sniffspot! Having a dog with major anxiety, this peaceful, quiet spot is perfect for him. We will be back! If he will ever learn to relax, this is the setting and space he needs. Lots of toy options and water available. Thanks for being such a wonderful host!Jennifer K.
Jennifer K.
August 2022
I absolutely love this Sniffspot! Having a dog with major anxiety, this peaceful, quiet spot is perfect for him. We will be back! If he will ever learn to relax, this is the setting and space he needs. Lots of toy options and water available. Thanks for being such a wonderful host!
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55Beautiful spot under some nice mature trees. Fully enclosed, my husky mix looked for an exit but there were none. Erin was super easy to communicate with, highly recommend this sniff spot.Beth H.
Beth H.
March 2023
Beautiful spot under some nice mature trees. Fully enclosed, my husky mix looked for an exit but there were none. Erin was super easy to communicate with, highly recommend this sniff spot.
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55The dogs had a wonderful time and the setup/area was perfect!! Very clean and well maintained! We will definitely be making future visits here!JESSICA D.
JESSICA D.
September 2023
The dogs had a wonderful time and the setup/area was perfect!! Very clean and well maintained! We will definitely be making future visits here!
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55Super well kept and fun spot for the dogs!! They enjoy it every time we come up. Erin has multiple places for people to sit, tools to pick up the dogs waste, pools for the dogs, and always bring our pup cups! Shelby G.
Shelby G.
September 2023
Super well kept and fun spot for the dogs!! They enjoy it every time we come up. Erin has multiple places for people to sit, tools to pick up the dogs waste, pools for the dogs, and always bring our pup cups!
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55So fun! My family has had a cabin on the lake forever and I’ve always walked by this spot but this was the first time trying it. We’ll definitely be back! Spacious, toys, and plenty of water. Laura G.
Laura G.
October 2023
So fun! My family has had a cabin on the lake forever and I’ve always walked by this spot but this was the first time trying it. We’ll definitely be back! Spacious, toys, and plenty of water.
3/4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park in Lakes Country! | Sniffspot
55Our foster puppies loved having a safe place to meet their potential adopter! They were zonked on the way home!Christine H.
Christine H.
March 2024
Our foster puppies loved having a safe place to meet their potential adopter! They were zonked on the way home!
How do Fort Ripley's private dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Fort Ripley dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Fort Ripley area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 5 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 1 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
Does Fort Ripley have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 5 fully fenced dog parks in or near Fort Ripley. Browse all fully enclosed options.
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